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Family Enterprise Legacy Institute Receives $5 Million Donation from Patricia Saputo

Telfer’s Family Enterprise Legacy Institute receives a significant donation from Patricia Saputo to lead new research and training for enterprising families in Canada.

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AI risks turning organizations into self-serving organisms if humans removed

New research from the University of Ottawa’s Telfer School of Management delves into the consequences of removing human scrutiny and measured bias from core organizational processes.

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Telfer looks to strengthen EDI in entrepreneurship training with creation of new global scorecard

The Telfer School of Management, in collaboration with Babson College and Johns Hopkins University, has launched a new method for assessing EDI in entrepreneurship training programs.

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Working together to strengthen family enterprise: Peter Jaskiewicz joins IMD as Visiting Professor

Family Enterprise Legacy Institute (FELI) Director Peter Jaskiewicz has joined IMD – one of the top-ranked business schools globally – as a Visiting Professor.

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Roger Greenberg: Building Ottawa’s Future

Roger Greenberg was awarded the Dean’s Philos Award for exceptional philanthropy and commitment to Ottawa's growth.

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Marc Albert holding the Spirit of Giving award at the Dean's reception

Marc Albert: The Spirit of Giving

Marc Albert (B.Sc.Soc. '88), a devoted alumnus, was honored with the Spirit of Giving Award for 35 years of service and generosity at Telfer.

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Adam Tomaszewski on Telfer Student Clubs and Giving Back

Adam Tomaszewski (BCom’13), Young Donor of the Year Award recipient, shares how his Telfer student journey ignited a passion for giving back.

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Michelle Savoy on Supporting Women in Capital Markets

Michelle Savoy (BAdm ’82), a champion of women's empowerment in capital markets and philanthropy, was honored with the prestigious R. Trudeau Medal by Telfer.

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Eric Agyemang holding the Young Achiever’s Award at Telfer Dean Reception

The Power of Purpose: Eric Agyemang on Immigrant Entrepreneurship

Eric Agyemang (BCom'15), Telfer's 2023 Young Achiever’s Award Winner, is passionate about empowering immigrants and driving meaningful investments in their businesses.

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John Black poses with Dean Stéphane Brutus as he receives the R. Trudeau Medal.

John Black: CFO Extraordinaire and Experiential Learning Advocate

John Black (BCom '82), Canada's leading CFO and experiential learning advocate, receives the prestigious R. Trudeau Medal from Telfer School.

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Nathon Kong: Creative Innovation in Fashion and Community Engagement

Nathon Kong (MBA '12), 2023 Young Achiever’s Award recipient from Telfer, shares his success story as a designer as he blends art, business, and community impact.

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Jacqueline Rigg Champions Diversity in the Workplace

Jacqueline Rigg (BCom’90), a champion of diversity in the workplace, was honored with the Prestigious R. Trudeau Medal by Telfer.

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Tanya Gracie: Paving the Way for Women in Governance

Tanya Gracie (EMBA’ 2017), Young Achiever of the Year Award recipient, shares her inspiring journey in reshaping governance and empowering women.

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The Life-Changing Impact of the Wes Hall Scholarship on Telfer Students

In 2022, Wes Hall established the Wes Hall Admission Scholarship for Black or Indigenous students at Telfer. Meet this year's Wes Hall Scholars.

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Dr. Jennifer McDonald holds her award alongside Samantha Hamilton, Mary Yates, Dr. Shaun McGuire, and Dr. Alan Forster at the Telfer Centre for Executive Leadership.

Dr. Jennifer McDonald wins quality improvement award

The Telfer Quality Improvement & Patient Safety Leadership Program is helping physicians create a healthier Canada. Register for the 2023 program today!

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Telfer welcomes new Vice-Dean of Research

Silvia Bonaccio has been appointed Telfer's new Vice-Dean of Research for a three year term.

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Recognizing Telfer Graduate Student Research Excellence in 2023

Let’s all congratulate these 2023 winners, who’ve earned awards, scholarships, and top rankings in the Telfer Graduate Research Student Thesis Competition.

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Supporting Learning Through Online Tutoring and Mentoring

Will Li is the founder of TutorOcean: an online tutoring platform. See how the Telfer EMBA helped him launch his dream business.

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Bringing Competitive Intelligence to Life in the Classroom

Dr. Jonathan Calof has over 30 years of consulting experience and research. Discover his role in the Telfer Executive MBA program.

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Telfer MBA Welcomes a New Program Director

The Telfer MBA program welcomes a new Program Director, Professor David Delcorde, to enhance the Telfer MBA and its experiential learning opportunities. Get to know David Delcorde.

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AACSB Accredited: Telfer shapes future business leaders

The Telfer School of Management is AACSB-accredited. Discover how the school is a key player in shaping future business leaders.

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Telfer professor Silvia Bonaccio elected SIOP Fellow

Telfer Professor Silvia Bonaccio Elected SIOP Fellow

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Kyle Braatz with Stéphane Brutus and the moderator for the CEO of the Year Breakfast

Kyle Braatz (BCom '09): A Leader in Online Healthcare Software with Fullscript

Kyle Braatz, CEO of Fullscript and former Telfer student, has been named CEO of the Year by the Ottawa Business Journal. Learn about his vision and leadership for online health care.

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Macky Tall receiving his Honorary Doctorate

Honorary Doctorate Awarded to Macky Tall (MBA ’92)

Macky Tall, a leader in green infrastructure investment and a Telfer MBA graduate, receives Honorary Doctorate from the University of Ottawa.

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MBA Management Consulting Project Team and recipients of the Leadership Award for Sustainable Pharmacy Practices

MBA Management Consulting Project Wins Leadership Award for Sustainable Pharmacy Practices

Telfer MBA students join CHEO in an award-winning management consulting project that aims to implement sustainable hospital pharmacy practices.

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Appointment of Jacqueline Rigg as Executive-in-Residence at Telfer Executive Programs

Jacqueline Rigg appointed Executive-in-Residence at Telfer to advise on diversity, inclusion, and equity initiatives.

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Telfer Supports Businesses in Developing Sustainable Strategies

Telfer presents a fourth webinar on Net-Zero Energy to highlight the ways we support businesses in their work to become more sustainable. Register today for the free virtual event with Globe and Mail.

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Telfer Continues Strategic Partnership with the Coalition for a Better Future

Telfer and the Coalition for a Better Future continue to build on their partnership, striving to create a better Canada through research, technology, innovation, and collaboration.

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Managing Fuzzy Projects in 3D - a Practical Guide for Project Management

Known worldwide as a “project management guru”, Telfer professor Lavagnon Ika has recently published a new book titled Managing Fuzzy Projects in 3D. Read about this practical guide based on research.

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Resources for Black Canadian Students

Black History Month is an opportunity for Canada to celebrate the great contributions and achievements of Black Canadians throughout history and how they have made our country more prosperous,...

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Telfer Launches 2023 MBA Diversity and Inclusion Case Challenge with Knowledge-Packed Event

Telfer hosts a virtual event to launch 2023 MBA Diversity and inclusion Case Challenge focused on reimagining how businesses can address global for a more sustainable future.

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PRME: Telfer School of Management Committed to Achieving UN Sustainable Development Goals

The Telfer School of Management is committed to the PRME initiative to promote a sustainable future by achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

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Recognizing Telfer Graduate Student Research Excellence in 2022

Let’s all congratulate the following 2022 winners who have earned various awards, scholarships, and ranked top three in the Telfer Graduate Research Student Thesis Competition.

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Congratulations to the 2022 “Telfie” Award Winners

Telfer School of Management proudly recognizes the excellence of its professors and administrative staff by granting the winner the Telfie awards.

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Matt Archibald with Dean Stéphane Brutus

Matt Archibald (BCom ‘02), A Leading Contributor to the Telfer Student Experience

Matt Archibald (BCom ‘02), Director of the Telfer Student Services Centre and student experience champion, is the first recipient of the Telfer Spirit of Giving Award.

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Taylor Johansen (MHA ‘14), From a Healthcare Administration Degree to a Director at CHEO

Taylor Johansen (MHA '14), the leader at CHEO and recipient of a 2022 Young Achiever's Award, shares how her healthcare administration degree propelled her career.

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Kesi Olafimihan’s (EMBA ‘13) Journey to Becoming a Strategic Leader

Kesi Olafimihan (EMBA ’13), a VP at Scotiabank and Young Achiever’s Award recipient from Telfer, shares his story of becoming a strategic leader.

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